MAH CET Exam Details 2026: Exam Pattern, Question Papers & Answer Keys

The MAH CET 2026 will probably take place between March and April 2026, with multiple sessions in 2-3 days. Formal advertisement will be done in November 2025, and candidates are advised to monitor the same regularly at cetcell.mahacet.org. The rough schedule is given below:

MAH CET 2026 Merit List and Parameters

MAH CET 2026 final merit list is based on the performance and category of the candidates. Enrolment into MBA/MMS courses is by use of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). The first parameter is the MAH CET score/percentile, 100 per cent of which is given weightage in terms of shortlisting. Other such factors include category reservations (Maharashtra State vs. document verification and All India) are aspects that can affect the final seat allocations.

Things to Avoid During MAH CET 2026 Exam

The applicants need to follow the instructions on the day of the exam to stay out of trouble in the exam centre of MAH CET 2026. The following must be avoided:

• Prohibited items: Mobile phone, calculator, smart watch, Bluetooth device, and all electronic gadgets are prohibited.
• Panic: Just be calm and collected to gain concentration in the exam.
• Partial Answers: Make sure that any answer that is provided is marked correctly in an online system.
• Hurrying: This should be avoided by reading instructions thoroughly and then attempting the questions after finishing the instructions.

The MAH CET 2026 exam of MAH will be a Computer-based Test (CBT) given online and will have four parts. There are 200 multiple-choice (MCQ) questions in this test, which have to be answered within 150 minutes. The correct answers have a single mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The sections assess the aptitude of a candidate in different skill levels; hence, it is a wholesome test during admission to MBA/MMS. The following table has information about the exam pattern of MAH CET 2026:

Previous years' question papers are very useful resources to candidates who intend to complete the MAH CET 2026 exam. These papers also assist students to gain knowledge of the exam pattern, the type of questions, and the major areas to study. The use of past papers improves time management and confidence before the exam. Although official question papers may not be publicly distributed, they are available either via the official site, cetcell.mahacet.org or reliable e-learning sites. The following are the links to old question papers of the MAH CET, subject to availability: